Saab 9000 Hatchback 1985-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sound purchase. Get loads for your money. Ppssst... mine currently does 40mpg if you take it easy on a run, 30 around town.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive service labour if you go to dealer. If it breaks, watch out!

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Solid under pressure, the worlds most turnable tank... safe as houses.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    More than enough ooomph. 9s 0-60 and 40mpg, he he.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    SAAB mechanic told me the 9000 engine is bombproof... as long as you service at right times.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Your driving an old SAAB... if you want image, buy a Ferrari.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Quiet inside. Seats are a dream. Climate control makes keeping cool or warm as easy as umm... pressing one button.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    They look elseware... immobiliser and alarm work... the rest is luck.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Ok for a main dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Very small oil leak on head gasket.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes